Administrative Support Officer

2 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

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Provide a full range of admin and clerical support services to ensure delivery of efficient and effective patient/client focused services.

$34.47 - $35.54 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 19 hours per week until 31 January 2027 | Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital (SMH) | REQ593398 | Grade: Administration Officer Level 3 | Applications close: 29 August 2025

This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 31 January 2027 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours.

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Data entry and reporting - Data entry for department rosters into relevant IT system. Regularly update rosters (in appropriate electronic systems) in line with any approved changes ie sick leave, etc.

Provide reports generated from IT systems. Other data entry and reporting activities as directed that are consistent with the role of the position. Assist with workforce matters including rostering, recruitment, leave and payroll. Tasks in this regard include; liaising with Health Support Services to clarify pay and leave enquiries, tasks as directed to support the recruitment of future employees to the Department, administrative activities related to the management of performance reviews for staff.

Assist with the replacement of staff as directed. Support and participate in the administrative aspects of activities such as accreditation, incident management and archiving processes.

Monitor nurse and midwives registration and enrolment. Other duties as directed consistent with the role of the position. Undertake administrative tasks related to meetings eg scheduling, minute taking, ensuring all relevant documents are available for the meeting and progression of action items where appropriate. Organise travel and accommodation for department staff where required.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A Little About Us.

Shoalhaven Hospital, located on Yuin Country, is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Childrens Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit.

With a significant redevelopment of the hospital currently underway and a strong focus on career development, there has never been a better time to join our progressive and growing team in the Shoalhaven.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

Benefits

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
Salary packaging less tax and more take-home pay
Novated leasing lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Requirements

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

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For role-related queries or help applying, contact Michelle Jones-Gardiner at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

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